Project Update: Real-Time Transformation in DeLeon Springs, Florida
Table of Contents
- The Current Status: Where We Stand
- Seeing the Vision: Before vs. Current Progress (Watch Video)
- The GRIT Process: More Than Just a Remodel
- Design Spotlight: Custom Shiplap and Carpentry
- The Wet Work: Bathroom Tile and Fixture Updates
- Structural Integrity: The Shell and the Core
- What’s Next? The Road to Completion
- Why Trust GRIT for Your Renovation?
- Before/After (See Photos)
Construction is often a marathon, not a sprint. At GRIT Companies, we take immense pride in every phase of that race. Today, we are pulling back the curtain on one of our most exciting active job sites located in the heart of DeLeon Springs, Florida. This isn’t a final reveal yet—it is a raw, real-time look at a total home transformation currently in progress.
As a premier builder in Volusia County, we know that homeowners want to see more than just the “shiny” finished product. They want to see the grit it takes to get there. Between October and December, this residence has undergone a massive evolution, and we are thrilled to share these mid-project milestones with our community.
Seeing the Vision: Before vs. Current Progress
When we first stepped onto the property in DeLeon Springs, the home had good bones but lacked the modern functionality and aesthetic appeal required for a 21st-century lifestyle. The layout was compartmentalized, and the finishes were showing their age. Our team immediately went to work identifying how to maximize the space while maintaining structural safety.
In the video update below, you can see the “Before” footage contrasted with our “Current Progress”. Note the difference in light and flow. By removing unnecessary barriers and updating the internal skin of the home, we’ve already managed to make the floor plan feel significantly larger without adding a single square foot to the foundation.
Watch the Progress: Our DeLeon Springs Mid-Project Update
The GRIT Process: More Than Just a Remodel
At GRIT Companies, our name isn’t just a brand; it’s our workflow. Generating results, Reliability in our word, Integrity in our builds, and Tenacity in our problem-solving. This DeLeon Springs project has required all of the above. Renovating an older home often reveals hidden challenges—outdated wiring, plumbing quirks, or uneven framing—that only a professional team can navigate.
Our approach to this “Work in Progress” has been systematic. We started with a full interior gut to assess the health of the structure. From there, we moved into the “Rough-In” phase, updating the electrical and plumbing systems to meet modern codes. This ensures that when the final paint goes on the wall, the systems behind that wall are just as high-quality as the finishes on top of them.
Design Spotlight: Custom Shiplap and Carpentry
One of the most visual updates in this current phase is the installation of custom shiplap. Shiplap has become a staple of Florida design because it provides a clean, “Modern Coastal” look while adding a layer of durability to the walls. Our carpenters have been meticulous in the layout, ensuring that every line is perfectly level and transitions smoothly around corners and outlets.
This feature wall serves as the anchor for the main living area, reflecting the natural light that now pours in from the updated window placements. It’s a great example of how GRIT Companies blends shell construction expertise with high-end interior finishing. We aren’t just putting up boards; we are creating a texture that defines the room’s personality.
The Wet Work: Bathroom Tile and Fixture Updates
The bathrooms are currently in the most exciting stage of the renovation. As you can see in the progress clips, we have moved past the waterproofing stage and into the tile installation. We chose a sophisticated palette of greys and whites to create a timeless, spa-like atmosphere. The floor features a classic penny-tile design, which provides excellent grip and a beautiful visual break from the larger wall tiles.
We are also in the process of installing luxury gold hardware. The contrast between the cool grey tiles and the warm gold fixtures is a signature design choice for this project. It adds a touch of elegance that elevates the entire room. The vanity is being fitted with custom cabinetry that maximizes storage—a must-have in any modern home renovation.
Structural Integrity: The Shell and the Core
Because GRIT Companies specializes in shell construction (the “slab to shingles” portion of a build), we treat the structural phase of a renovation with the same intensity as a new custom home build. During this project, we have been careful to inspect and reinforce the home’s core. This includes checking the roof trusses, ensuring the slab is moisture-sealed, and verifying that all framing is wind-rated for Florida’s storm seasons.
When you hire a contractor for a renovation, you need to know that they understand the physics of the building, not just the aesthetics. Our background in shell construction means we know how to handle the heavy lifting, ensuring your renovation is safe, sturdy, and built to last for decades.
What’s Next? The Road to Completion
While we have made massive strides over the last two months, there is still plenty of work to do in DeLeon Springs. Over the coming weeks, our team will be focusing on:
- Final Trim Work: Installing baseboards and crown molding to tie the rooms together.
- Kitchen Completion: Finalizing the cabinet installs and prepping for stone countertops.
- Electrical Finishes: Installing the designer lighting fixtures and ceiling fans.
- Exterior Refresh: Finalizing the roofing checks and exterior paint.
We believe in the beauty of the process. Every day on the job site brings us one step closer to the final reveal, and we look forward to sharing the completed “After” photos with you very soon!
Why Trust GRIT for Your Renovation?
If you are watching this progress and thinking about your own home, you might be wondering where to start. GRIT Companies is here to be your “buddy” in the industry. Whether you are looking for a complete top-to-bottom remodel like this one, a new custom home, or a professional roofing update, we have the licensing and the local experience to get it done right.
We serve DeLand, DeLeon Springs, Orange City, and the surrounding areas. We are fully licensed and insured, holding licenses in residential, commercial, and roofing contracting (#CBC1269138, #CCC1377096, #CRC1333560). When you work with us, you are working with a team that values your home as much as you do.
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Don’t wait for your dream home—start building it today with the team that has the GRIT to get it done.
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GRIT Companies, LLC
229 Lake Winnemissett Dr. DeLand, FL 32724.
Phone: (386) 291-8010
